Dental Assistant

Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc.; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 Days PTO

Comprehensive Benefits

403(b) with up to 5% match

Company-paid life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness & Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc. in Hannibal, MO is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting.

You will help with chairside care, room prep, sterilization, patient education, and accurate record-keeping, while contributing to a positive patient experience. Join a supportive team with ample growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, health/dental/vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred (not required).
• Current CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Dental assisting experience preferred, but training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Chairside support for dentists and hygienists during procedures.
• Clinical preparation and sterilization of treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Provide compassionate patient care and support to ensure comfort and understanding.
• Accurate documentation of patient charts, records, and treatment notes.
• Monitor and help maintain inventory and supplies.
• Follow ADA/Missouri Dental Board guidelines and organizational policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

# **Dental Assistant****Location:** Hannibal, MO **Department:** Clarity Health – Dental Services **Schedule:** Full-Time | Monday – Friday### ### ### **Make a Meaningful Impact in Patient Care**Are you a compassionate and motivated Dental Assistant looking to grow your career in a supportive, team-oriented environment? Join our dental team in Hannibal, MO, where your work directly impacts the health and confidence of the patients we serve.In this role, you’ll work alongside dentists and hygienists to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about creating a positive experience for every patient.### ### ### **Why Join Clarity Health?*** **29 Days of PTO** for full-time employees* **Comprehensive Benefits Package** (health, dental, vision, life, retirement + more)* **403(b) with up to 5% match*** **Company-paid life insurance*** **Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)*** **Employee Assistance Program (EAP)*** **Wellness & Employee Discount Programs*** Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and skill development### ### ### ### **What You’ll Do****Chairside Support*** Assist dentists and hygienists during a variety of clinical procedures* Ensure smooth, efficient patient flow and high-quality care delivery**Clinical Preparation & Sterilization*** Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures* Maintain strict infection control standards by sterilizing equipment and sanitizing workspaces**Patient Care & Experience*** Provide compassionate, patient-focused support to ensure comfort and understanding* Educate and motivate patients as needed to support overall care**Documentation & Records*** Accurately maintain patient charts, records, and treatment notes* Ensure documentation is complete, organized, and compliant**Inventory & Supplies*** Monitor, order, and maintain supplies and equipment* Track inventory and ensure availability of necessary materials**Compliance & Team Support*** Follow guidelines set by the American Dental Association (ADA), Missouri Dental Board, and organizational policies* Support the team with additional duties as needed### ### ### **What We’re Looking For****Basic Qualifications*** High school diploma preferred (not required)* Current CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)**Experience*** Previous dental assisting experience preferred, but we’re open to training the right candidate**Skills & Attributes*** Strong communication and interpersonal skills* Detail-oriented with the ability to stay organized* Willingness to learn and grow in a healthcare setting* Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively* Passion for patient care and making a difference### **If you're ready to build your career while making an impact, we’d love to connect with you!****Position Perks & Benefits:****Paid time off:** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life**Employee benefits package:** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Top-notch training:** initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive**Career mobility:** advancement opportunities/promoting from within**Welcoming, warm, supportive:** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness**Brightli is on a Mission:**A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.